Police Seek Suspect in $6,000 High-End Laptop Theft from Sherbrooke Pickup Point

SHERBROOKE, March 26, 2026 – The Sherbrooke Police Service (SPS) is requesting public assistance to identify a man involved in a high-value package theft that occurred late last year at a local drop-off location.

The Incident

On December 23, 2025, a victim was notified that their package—a high-end Dell Alienware gaming laptop valued at $6,000—was ready for pickup at the BG Escompte located at 745 13th Avenue North in Sherbrooke.

When the victim arrived to claim the computer the following morning, December 24, a store clerk informed them that the package had already been collected. Investigations revealed that an unidentified male had picked up the laptop on December 23 at approximately 5:22 PM, roughly one day before the rightful owner arrived.

Suspect Description

Investigators have released a description of the individual seen picking up the $6,000 device:

• Age: Approximately 60 years old.

• Height: Roughly 6 feet tall.

• Build: Heavy/Sturdy build.

• Physical Features: Half-white hair and wearing black-framed prescription glasses.

• Clothing: A blue winter jacket.

How to Provide Information

The SPS Criminal Investigations Division is lead by Officer Caroline Landry. Anyone with information that could help identify this suspect is urged to contact the police using the following methods:

• Direct Line: (819) 821-5544, extension 4412

• General Dispatch: (819) 821-5555

• Address: 575 Maurice-Houle St., Sherbrooke, QC, J1H 1X5

Anonymous Reporting: If you wish to report information anonymously, you can contact Crime Stoppers (Échec au crime) at 1-800-711-1800 or submit a tip online at www.echecaucrime.com. This organization is run by volunteers and ensures your identity remains protected while passing the information to the police.